German Chocolate Dump Cake
If you’re a fan of chocolate and coconut, you should try this easy German Chocolate Dump Cake recipe, which is made in a Dutch oven. You can even whip it up at home!
One of the most enjoyable things about camping is the meals, with desserts being the favorite.
We have put together a new dump cake for you to make this weekend. It is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth!
Another great combination of chocolate and pecans can be found in our Turtle Dump Cake.
German Chocolate Dump Cake Recipe
Have you ever tried making a dump cake? It’s easy and enjoyable. Just dump all the ingredients into your pot or dish and bake.
If you’re a fan of German Chocolate, you’ll love this dump cake. It’s nearly foolproof, although be careful not to burn it.
Fun fact: Contrary to its name, German chocolate cake is not actually made in Germany. It was named after Sam German from the United States. Mr. German created a dark baking chocolate for Baker’s Chocolate Company.
Camping German Chocolate Cake Ingredients
This recipe comes together quickly with the following simple ingredients:
- Pecans
- Coconut Pecan Frosting
- German Chocolate Cake Mix
- Soda pop*
- Shredded coconut
*Any soda will do, although we prefer a dark carbonated beverage.
Dutch Oven Dump Cake Directions
Get everything prepped up before assembly, as it goes together quickly!
- Prepare charcoal for the Dutch oven.
- Line the Dutch oven.
- Layer the ingredients in the following order: pecans, frosting, cake mix, soda, pecans, and coconut.
- Cover and bake.
Dutch Oven Tip
To ensure better cooking results, it’s recommended that a surplus of charcoal briquettes be prepared. This way, you can use them to replace any disintegrating coals or increase the heat level.
Prepare and light 25+ charcoal briquettes, which will provide the heat for the cast-iron Dutch oven. A charcoal chimney will quickly ensure even heating.
Line the pot with a Dutch oven liner. You can purchase them or make your own. Liners make cleaning much more manageable!
Using about a cup’s worth, create a layer of whole pecans at the bottom of the oven.
Spread the entire container of pecan coconut frosting over the whole nuts.
Layer with the cake mix, using your hands or a spoon to spread evenly.
Slowly pour soda over the cake mix. My video shows a cup and a half, leaving me with dry cake mix spots. Two cups (16 oz) is a better amount.
Place more pecans on top and the desired amount of shredded coconut.
Cover the pot and space out 17 pieces of coal on the lid.
Create a small circle with eight briquettes and place the oven over them.
Bake for 25-40 minutes. I use my nose as a test. Once I’ve passed the 25-minute mark and smell chocolate (without lifting the lid), I call it done.
Look at all that rich, gooey goodness! If that looks good, make sure to try our Cherry Chocolate Lava Cake, Classic Dump Cake, Strawberry Cheesecake Cobbler, or Dutch Oven Brownies.
German Chocolate Dump Cake
This effortless camping recipe for German Chocolate Dump Cake, cooked in a Dutch oven, will surely please those who adore chocolate and coconut. It can also be prepared in the comfort of your own home.
Ingredients
- 1½ cups of whole pecans
- 1 container of Coconut Pecan frosting
- 1 box of German Chocolate cake mix
- 16 oz of carbonated soda*
- ½ cup of shredded coconut
Instructions
- Light and prepare 25+ pieces of charcoal to heat your Dutch oven.
- Line the Dutch oven.
- Put a cup of whole pecans in the bottom of the lined pot.
- Spread the entire container of coconut pecan frosting over the whole nuts.
- Dump the cake mix frosting and smooth it out.
- Slowly pour 16 oz of the carbonated liquid on top, covering the cake mix.
- Sprinkle the remaining pecans over the cake.
- Shake the shredded coconut on top.
- Put the lid on the Dutch oven.
- Place eight pieces of charcoal in a small circle. Place the cast-iron oven over the circle.
- Spread out 17 pieces of charcoal on top of the lid of the Dutch oven.
- Bake the cake for 25-40 minutes, rotating the lid and the pot a ¼-turn in opposite directions every 15 minutes.
- Serve warm. Optional: top with whipped topping or vanilla ice cream.
Notes
*Any soda, including diet, decaffeinated, or even sparkling water, will do. The key is carbination.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 12Amount Per Serving: Calories: 204
